Trenta & Source of the Soča
Trenta / Izvir Soče
The spring where the Soča River gushes from a cave, with traditional farmhouses in the Trenta Valley downstream and the start of the Soča Trail.
The source of the Soča lies near the 49th bend on the Trenta side of the Vršič Pass road. From the Soča Source mountain hut, follow a steep rocky path upward for about 15–20 minutes. Some sections have steel cables to hold onto, and at the end is a deep green pool welling up from a limestone cave. Downstream, the Trenta Valley is dotted with traditional farmhouses. Trenta House contains the information centre and museum of Triglav National Park. The Soča Trail (about 25 km) runs from the source down the river to Bovec and can be walked in sections. The final stretch is slippery, so wear non-slip shoes. It is not suitable for young children.
Opening hours
Open all day (trail closed in snow season)
Nearby sights
- Juliana Alpine Botanical Garden
- Vršič Pass
- Russian Chapel
- Mangart Saddle
- Great Soča Gorge
- Kluže Fortress
- Fort Hermann
- Lake Predil